Remote Lead Geoscientist - Exploration Projects

Placements24; Centurion; Híbrido; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 900 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote work

Health insurance

Performance bonuses

Home office allowance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geoscientist for a fully remote role in oil and gas exploration. You will spearhead geological and geophysical analysis, interpret seismic data, and guide exploration strategies from a remote location with administrative hub in Centurion.

You will manage a distributed team of geoscientists, collaborate across time zones, and implement advanced software like Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and GOCAD to build robust subsurface models.

Qualificações

• MSc or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, or related geoscience discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in oil and gas exploration with emphasis on seismic interpretation and prospect generation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead geological teams and manage remote exploration projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard geoscience software (Petrel, Kingdom Suite, GOCAD).

Responsabilidades

• Lead and execute geological and geophysical studies for exploration opportunities, including seismic interpretation, basin analysis, and prospect mapping.
• Develop and refine exploration models and play fairway analyses using advanced geological concepts and software.
• Integrate multi-disciplinary datasets (seismic, well logs, core data, regional geology) to build robust subsurface interpretations.
• Manage and mentor a remote team of geoscientists, providing technical guidance and fostering collaboration.
• Effectively communicate findings, uncertainties, and recommendations to management and project teams through virtual presentations and reports.
• Stay current with emerging exploration technologies, methodologies, and industry trends, and champion their adoption.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and portfolio management of exploration assets.
• Ensure quality control and assurance of all geological and geophysical data and interpretations.]

Conhecimentos

Seismic interpretation

Remote team leadership

Geoscience software proficiency

Formação académica

MSc or PhD in Geology/Geophysics

Ferramentas

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

GOCAD

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in the Oil & Gas exploration sector, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Geoscientist to join their expanding remote operations team. This pivotal role will spearhead advanced geological and geophysical analysis for prospective exploration ventures, with a primary focus on identifying and evaluating new resource opportunities. As a fully remote position, you will leverage cutting-edge digital tools and collaborate virtually with geologists, geophysicists, and petroleum engineers across different time zones. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping exploration strategies, interpreting complex seismic data, and contributing to high-impact subsurface understanding. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to drive innovation and make significant contributions to major upstream projects from the comfort of their chosen remote location, operating entirely in a remote-first capacity, with the designated operational hub for administrative purposes based in Centurion, Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute geological and geophysical studies for exploration opportunities, including seismic interpretation, basin analysis, and prospect mapping.
• Develop and refine exploration models and play fairway analyses using advanced geological concepts and software.
• Integrate multi-disciplinary datasets (seismic, well logs, core data, regional geology) to build robust subsurface interpretations.
• Manage and mentor a remote team of geoscientists, providing technical guidance and fostering collaboration.
• Effectively communicate findings, uncertainties, and recommendations to management and project teams through virtual presentations and reports.
• Stay current with emerging exploration technologies, methodologies, and industry trends, and champion their adoption.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and portfolio management of exploration assets.
• Ensure quality control and assurance of all geological and geophysical data and interpretations.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, or a related geoscience discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in oil and gas exploration, with a strong focus on seismic interpretation and prospect generation.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading geological teams and managing exploration projects remotely.
• Proficiency in industry-standard geoscience software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite, GOCAD).
• Strong understanding of sequence stratigraphy, structural geology, and sedimentology.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional virtual communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in a distributed team environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Proven ability to present complex geological concepts to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive remote benefits package designed for professionals working from anywhere.
• This includes robust health insurance, potential for performance bonuses, and a generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• This fully remote role provides unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work on challenging international projects without the need for relocation.
• Gain exposure to high-impact exploration campaigns and contribute to key strategic decisions within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Advance your career with a forward-thinking company that embraces remote work innovation, with central administrative functions in Centurion.